Rakhi Brah - Shangus, Anantnag
Rakhi Brah is a village situated in the Shangus tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shangus and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Rakhi Brah village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakhi Brah is 003743. The village covers a total geographical area of 331 hectares and falls under the 192201 pincode. Shangus is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Rakhi Brah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rakhi Brah
According to the 2011 Census, Rakhi Brah village had a total population of 2,499 people, including 1,274 males and 1,225 females, living in 391 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.23%, with male literacy at 58.95% and female literacy at 32.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,926.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,499 | 1,274 | 1,225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 667 | 324 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,926 | 972 | 954 |
| Literate Population | 847 | 560 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,652 | 714 | 938 |
Nearby Villages of Rakhi Brah
Rakhi Brah is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rakhi Brah
Rakhi Brah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shangus to Rakhi Brah is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Rakhi Brah is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rakhi Brah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakhi Brah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rakhi Brah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakhi Brah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rakhi Brah
Where is Rakhi Brah located?
Rakhi Brah village is located in Shangus Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Rakhi Brah?
Rakhi Brah is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rakhi Brah?
The pincode of Rakhi Brah is 192201.
What is the population of Rakhi Brah?
Rakhi Brah had a total population of 2,499, including 1,274 males and 1,225 females.
How many households are there in Rakhi Brah?
Rakhi Brah had 391 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakhi Brah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakhi Brah was 46.23%. Male literacy was 58.95% and female literacy was 32.54%.